2003 Seat Altea vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Altea | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |